Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery
| Address: | 219 E Main St, Lititz, PA 17543, USA |
| Phone: | +1 717-626-4354 |
| Site: | juliussturgis.com |
| Rating: | 4.3 |
| Working: | 10AM–4PM 10AM–4PM 10AM–4PM 10AM–4PM 10AM–4PM 9AM–5PM Closed |
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Gerard Rosso
This is a historic tour where you learn all about how Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery came to be and how he originally made the first hard pretzels. They even teach you how to roll your own pretzel. The tour is only about 30 minutes, but it only cost a few dollars. Their store is fully stocked and they sell their freshly made soft pretzels for only a dollar each. UNCLE GERRY’S TIP: Check out Wilbur Chocolates which is less than a mile away. If you like Hersheys chocolate you’ll love Wilbur Chocolate.
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Dan Ricords
We visited the Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery a few weeks ago, and the visit was well worth it. There is a short 20 minute tour for 3 dollars where they explain the history of the pretzel, how it arrived here etc. Free soft pretzel at the end of he tour. This bakery was founded in 1861 and one of the sons Tom Sturgis moved his operation to Reading. There is also a small shop and an area with brochures, maps, coupons and pamphlets on the Lancaster Area.
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C. Wilson
Whether youre a lover of pretzels or not, this historic bakery is worth your time. I visited when I was seven and was thrilled to return years later with my own family. The tour is very inexpensive and lasts about 25 minutes. Our guide, Kevin, was very informative and friendly. They sell a wide variety of products and souvenirs related to pretzels. Be sure to try the samples and buy a fresh soft pretzel before you leave.
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Clara W
Now I can honestly say I was not a big pretzel thing but after going to Julius Sturgis Pretzel Factory these are the absolute best pretzels. They are light and Airy, I brought home 3 large bags shared two with my neighbors but once I started eating mind this was one time I wish I had not giving away gifts and to speak of the hot pretzels they are to die for.
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Bob Fink
Its a fun, inexpensive activity. It was fun to see the original bakery. You do get to make a pretzel, unfortunetly, you do not get to bake it and eat it, so that was disappointing. Also, it is no longer an active bakery so dont expect to see that. Overall it was a fun, quick trip, i recommend it.
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Joshua Gross
Wife and I had a great time, was fun making our own soft pretzel and learning about how it used to be made. The tour was cheap, but was very very short, so if it was any more expensive I would have been upset for how short it was. Very crowded, but had a good time. Also, GREAT soft pretzels.
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Shaina Mack
A fun place to visit in downtown Lititz to learn about some local history. The factory tour is really fun because they teach you how to hand roll a pretzel and teach you about the history of the Sturgis family pretzel bakery. This is a fun tour for all ages.
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Scott Kacer
While visiting, we took the tour, which was family friendly and informative. While full of detail, the staff kept things moving with a light attitude and a pretzel twisting experience that was a hit with kids. Highly recommend while in the area
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Scott Reynolds
Fun, brief tour of historic pretzel-making factory. You dont see pretzels being made but you do get to try your hand at twisting, complete with pretzel-twisting certificate. Great for families with young kids and young at heart.
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B Martin
Neat piece of history. Fun to learn how pretzels are - and were - made. A little disappointed we were not able to eat the pretzels we made, however. There was a small gift shop with t-shirts, books, and of course pretzels.
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Kari Shirck
dirty behind the sceens. when i went with the "computer guy" to fix the pc problems. not to mention what was found on the computers currant history. i would never go there again. what a shame too. i love pretzels.
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Court Veenis
Smooth traffic and the right kind of salty. There are loads of treat options to prepare for and I did not do the tour of the building but architecture is special and I bet its rare to get such an up close gander
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Kang Guo
I went on the tour for some sturgis history. It is definitely fun for young kids. The demonstration was educational. The tickets very reasonable and items are well priced. I would go back again with my kids.
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Katie McCartney
Loved the tour and the soft pretzels after. Cute place with lots of history. Its only a half hour tour because the bakery isnt huge. Entertaining half hour that you "made" your own pretzel in.
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jeff adamson
Amazing afternoon learning about the history of a snack food enjoyed by all. Prices are very cheap for the tour and the gift shop is full of many different varieties of pretzels.
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Jeff Edmunds
Neat Historic place with a decent but short tour. Great selection of Sturgis Pretzels at good prices. Soft pretzels were good, but not great. Staff was courteous and friendly.
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Leslie Colello
just visited last Thurs late in day - staff was extremely friendly - had a great tour - nice to learn that a mistake can have wonderful outcome - glad Julius saw the future
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Juan Jesús Haro
I know this is the first bakery in the US to do the pretzels, but these are very hard and not very tasty. Anyways is good to try and have a bite of history.
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Ashesh Goswami
A historic pretzel shop in the historic town of Lititz. The tour is really fun, and not that long. Lots of pretzel products available for purchase.
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Daniel Walker
Great for kids and you get to roll out and twist pretzel! The tour isnt long but just long enough and near tons of neat little shops in town.
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Chiyomi Anzai
Fun and engaging tour. Lots of pretzel varieties in the gift shop. Cinnamon sugar was on clearance, so stock up! Had green tea, so no -☆
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Timothy Petkus
Fun stop for a bit. Not super fancy, but a nice stop to "mix it up" when shopping and doing Amish/Lancaster stuff. Well worth the stop.
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Patrick D
A fun little tourist attraction with historical significance and a nice little tour that only cost a dollar with included soft pretzel
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Alex T
Ricos pretzels, pero ahora todo lo quieren hacer museo
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Paul Y
Nice tour! Who knew that pretzels have such a history! Kids enjoyed twisting their own and sampling some also. Tour guide was great!
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Derek Lau
I loved learning the history behind their pretzels - The fresh pretzels were very good too ! A fun quick stop for adults and kids !
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Jamie Smith
Very interesting piece of history. We even got to learn to twist a pretzel. Tons of different kinds of pretzel to buy from there.
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mike marra
Enjoyed the "Pretzel Fest" of 2017 and the hot pretzels here - some of the very best in the entire USA! Fun and educational visit!
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Jody Morton
Lots of fun!! Make your own pretzel is lots of fun! Make sure you buy a soft pretzel before you go you will want two :)
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Andrea Irving
Store has pretzels and pretzel-themed sweets. All are delicious. Huzzah for free samples! Tours are available too.
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Scott DeGasperis
Interesting place! Who knew pretzels had such history. Our tour was given by a well informed young lady.
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Jim Tshudy
Good family activity. Learn to twist a pretzel. Oldest in America. Friendly town with much to offer.
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Eduard Bobrik
Go, find out the first hard pretzel story, dont forget to buy the soft one at the end of the tour.
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William Morgan
Cute tour of the history of pretzel making and both the hard and soft pretzel are pretty good.
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Brian Sweet
A cute attraction if you are in the area. The hands-on dough experience is fun for the kids.
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Jim Loux
A must when near Lititz Stock up on pretzels for home and enjoy a freshly made soft pretzel
